American College Health Association's National College Health Assessment
The American College Health Association’s - National College Health Assessment (ACHA-NCHA) is a nationally recognized research survey that assists us in collecting precise data about Gavilan College students’ health habits, behaviors, and perceptions. This survey has been administered to over 2.2 million students at 1,000's of colleges and universities. The ACHA-NCHA helps us understand a wide range of health issues, including:
- Alcohol, tobacco and other drug use
- Sexual health
- Weight, nutrition and exercise
- Mental health
- Personal safety and violence
- Food insecurity and homelessness
- Hours of sleep
- And more!
At Gavilan College, the web-based survey is being administered in a confidential manner to all Gavilan students over the age of eighteen during the Spring 2024 term. The results of the survey help inform our planning of programs and services to better meet the needs of Gavilan College students.
Participate in the 2024 Gavilan National College Health Assessment Survey and Make a Difference
We need your input to make our college an even better place for students like you! By taking part in the National College Health Assessment (NCHA) survey, you can help us enhance the services we offer and contribute to the well-being of your fellow students.
Why Should You Participate?
Impactful Insights: Your responses provide crucial information that helps Gavilan College understand student health and well-being better.
Prizes Await: As a token of our appreciation, participants will be automatically entered in a random drawing for one of twenty $50 or one of five $100 gift certificates to the Gavilan College Bookstore. Your input matters, and you might just be one of the lucky winners that can shop for thousands of products at the online bookstore
How to Get Started:
Check Your Gavilan Email: Look for an email containing the NCHA survey sent by Student Health Services.
Complete the Survey: It's quick, easy, and your responses make a real difference.
Win Big: Participate for your chance to win one of the bookstore gift certificates and the satisfaction of helping your fellow Gavilan students.
Remember, your voice matters! Help us shape a healthier, happier Gavilan community today.
For more information about the survey go to the American College Health Association-National College Health Assessment webpage.
Explore the Data:
Once the Gavilan College data is collected and processed, the results will be viewable here.
Preview ACHA-NCHA Publications and Reports here.